On July 18, 2025, the Indian Navy commissioned the first of the two diving support vessels, ‘Nistar’ at Visakhapatnam. Built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) with more than 80 per cent indigenous content, the vessel […]
Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) plans to invest Rs 10 billion in expanding its Katupalli (Kattupalli) shipbuilding complex near Chennai. The project is scheduled to begin in October 2025 and will span three years. Despite receiving […]
Kottayam Port and Container Terminal (KPCT) is exploring a new inland waterways link with the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala. This move is strongly backed by the government of Kerala and port authorities, and aims […]
DP World, the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), and Nevomo (European firm) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to develop a pilot project for autonomous, magnetic rail freight at Deendayal (Kandla) Port using […]
The union minister of ports, shipping and waterways launched multiple capacity building initiatives worth more than Rs 2.76 billion at Visakhapatnam Port on July 14, 2025. Foundation stones were laid for six projects worth more […]
On July 9, 2025, the Indian Navy received its first indigenously designed and built diving support vessel (DSV), INS Nistar at Visakhapatnam. Delivered by Hindustan Shipyard Limited, the vessel is highly specialised and can undertake deep […]
The Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata handled 17.18 million tonnes (mt) of cargo during April-June period of FY 2025-26. This represents a 21.21 percent increase from the 14.2 million tonnes handled during the corresponding period of FY 2024-25. […]
Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) handled 1,950,188 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) of container traffic during April-June period of FY 2025-26. This marks an increase of 15.52 per cent compared to the corresponding period of FY […]
The central government plans to invest Rs 50 billion to boost the waterways and maritime sector in the northeast region. The government also aims to train 50,000 youth from the region in maritime skills over […]
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with South Korea’s HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering (KSOE) on July 4, 2025. The agreement outlines long-term cooperation in several key areas of joint exploration […]
Chennai Port Authority is reviving the outer harbour project at Chennai Port. A technological feasibility assessment will be conducted. The authority is considering reclaiming the nearly 200 acres behind the container berth, which would be […]
The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has proposed a mandate requiring all Indian ports that handle at least 10 million metric tonnes (mmt) of cargo annually and/ or operate a fleet of two or more tugs, […]
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port has recently commissioned two high-capacity mobile harbour cranes at Netaji Subhas Dock (NSD) within the Kolkata Dock System (KDS). Implemented by the Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone, these mobile harbour cranes […]
In a significant operational achievement for the current fiscal year 2025-26, V.O. Chidambaranar Port has surpassed the 10 million tonnes mark in total cargo handled. The overall cargo handled increased by 1.55 per cent compared to FY 2024-25. […]
On June 26, 2025, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways inaugurated the Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited (SMFCL). Formerly known as Sagarmala Development Company Limited, SMFCL is India’s first non-banking financial company (NBFC) in the […]
On June 26, 2025, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways launched various digital initiatives to boost efficiency and productivity in the maritime sector. These initiatives include: Launch of Sagar Setu platform: It integrates […]
Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has approved various projects for advancements in the inland water transport (IWT) sector. This decision was taken in its 198th Board meeting held in Delhi on June 25, 2025. These projects […]
Kandla Port (Deendayal) in Gujarat has promised to resolve vessel congestion difficulties and guarantee continuous supplies of edible oil. Ongoing infrastructure projects include installation of new 14-inch pipelines and preparations to handle edible oil at two […]
Heritage River Journeys Private Limited has entered into a construction contract with Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited (Hooghly CSL) for the construction of two luxury river cruise vessels to be operated on the Brahmaputra River. Once […]
The Vadhvan Port Project Limited (VPPL) has initiated plans to raise up to Rs 300 billion (approximately $3.5 billion) in long-term debt, with tenors ranging from 15 to 20 years, via both onshore and offshore markets. The VPPL […]
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